🟨 Gun Violence Prevention & Community Safety
A guide to advocacy organizations addressing gun violence through policy reform, public awareness, and community resilience.
These groups advocate for stronger gun safety laws, violence intervention programs, and trauma-informed support systems. Many offer tools to mobilize locally and nationally for policies that save lives and protect public safety.
Each organization offers various resources on its website, including educational materials, advocacy tools, community engagement opportunities, and news updates on legislative efforts.
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A leading organization working to end gun violence and promote safer communities through advocacy and education. They provide resources for grassroots activism and policy change.
Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence
This group focuses on preventing gun violence through advocacy, education, and legal action. They promote policies aimed at improving gun safety across the country.
Founded by former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, this organization pushes for gun control and responsible ownership through advocacy and public awareness campaigns.
Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America
A grassroots movement of mothers advocating for stronger gun laws and community safety. They focus on community organizing and raising awareness about gun violence.
National Gun Violence Memorial
This organization honors victims of gun violence and amplifies the voices of survivors. They advocate for policy changes to prevent future violence.
A network connecting survivors of gun violence to share their experiences and advocate for change. They provide support and resources for community engagement.
Founded by families of Sandy Hook shooting victims, this organization works to prevent gun violence through education and awareness programs aimed at youth and communities.
Founded by student activists after the Parkland shooting, this organization advocates for gun control and safer schools. They engage young people in activism and policy advocacy.
Top Issues in Gun Violence, Gun Safety & Gun Control
Universal Background Checks: Require background checks for all gun sales to prevent dangerous individuals from obtaining firearms.
Assault Weapons Ban: Prohibit the sale of semi-automatic firearms and high-capacity magazines to reduce the potential for mass shootings.
Red Flag Laws: Allow authorities to temporarily remove firearms from individuals perceived as a threat to themselves or others.
Safe Storage Laws: Mandate secure storage of firearms to prevent unauthorized access, especially by children.
Closing the Gun Show Loophole: Ensure that all gun sales, including those at gun shows, require background checks.
Funding for Gun Violence Research: Advocate for increased funding for research on gun violence to develop effective prevention strategies.
Mental Health Support and Access: Improve access to mental health services to help individuals in crisis and prevent violence.
Community-Based Violence Intervention Programs: Support local programs that engage communities to reduce gun violence through conflict resolution and support services.
Child Access Prevention Laws: Hold gun owners responsible if their firearms are accessed by children, promoting safe storage practices.
Enhanced Penalties for Gun Trafficking: Increase penalties for illegal gun sales to disrupt the illegal gun market and reduce crime rates.